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Short-Term Visual Outcomes After Bilateral Pentafocal Intraocular Lens Implantation. A Pilot Study

Kepa Balparda, MSc PhD, Laura Zharick Ortega-Quiroga, MD, Mariana Escobar-Giraldo, MD, Daniela Ortiz-Piedrahíta, Isabela Franco-Sánchez, Tatiana Herrera-Chalarca, BSc.
(2024)

This study aimed to assess the short-term refractive and visual outcomes following the implantation of the Hanita Intensity SL pentafocal intraocular lens (IOL) in patients with presbyopia. In a retrospective observational review, 20 eyes from 10 patients (70% female) who underwent immediate sequential bilateral surgery were evaluated over three months. Results showed that 100% of patients achieved visual acuity of 20/25 or better for both near and far distances, and 20/40 or better for intermediate distances. The defocus curve indicated excellent visual performance from infinity to approximately 33 cm, allowing functional vision at all distances. Additionally, all patients reported complete independence from glasses. These findings suggest that the Hanita Intensity SL IOL is a safe and effective option for achieving spectacle independence in presbyopic patients.

Objective:

To evaluate short-term refractive and visual behavior after implantation of a new pentafocal
intraocular lens to manage presbyopia in otherwise healthy patients.

Methodology:

A retrospective observational study was conducted, in which the postoperative outcome
was evaluated three months after surgery. Patients in whom the Hanita Intensity SL intraocular lens was
implanted in immediate sequential bilateral surgery were assessed. Medical records were reviewed to
collect information on corrected and uncorrected vision, subjective refraction, and defocus curves with
correction.

Results:

Twenty eyes belonging to 10 patients were included. There was a preference for the female sex
(70%). The 100% of patients achieved vision equal to or better than 20/25 in near and far vision; 100%
of the patients achieved a vision equal to or better than 20/40 in intermediate vision. The defocus curve
showed excellent visual performance in the vergences from infinity to approximately 33cm, with functional
vision at all distances; 100% of the patients reported being free of glasses for all distances.

Conclusion:

Hanita Intensity SL intraocular lens implantation is a safe and effective technique for managing
presbyopia. In well-selected patients, it can provide a high proportion of independence in spectacle wear
for distances up to approximately 33cm.

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